Obituaries

Adalina E. Carter MD

Adalina E. Carter MD

May 20, 2025

Dr. Adalina E. Carter, MD, a devoted servant of God, healer, and mother to many, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2025, at the age of 74. She was a woman whose life radiated purpose, faith, and compassion.

Born in Ponce, Puerto Rico, Adalina grew up in a lively and loving family with three sisters and two brothers. Her deep-rooted love...

Diane Daniels

Diane Daniels

May 20, 2025

Diane Daniels, age 76, of Wayne, NJ passed away peacefully, Tuesday, May 20, 2025.

Mrs. Daniels was born November 8, 1948 in Paterson, NJ. She was the daughter of the late Anthony and the late Geraldine (Mathews) Kata.

A memorial gathering will be held Wednesday, May 28, 2025, from 12pm to 2pm at The Morrison Etheridge Funeral Home Inc., 86 Bartholdi Ave.,...

Roberta Vaccaro

Roberta Vaccaro

May 16, 2025

Roberta "Bert" Vaccaro, a beloved member of her community and cherished family matriarch, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2025. She was born on December 7, 1947. Roberta's life was one steeped in love, dedication, and service, reflected in both her career and the countless connections she made throughout her journey.

For over 30 years, Roberta served as a devoted Secretary...

Gregory Sauter

Gregory Sauter

May 4, 2025

Gregory Sauter, born on April 5, 1941, in New York, New York, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on May 4, 2025. He was 84 years old. At his bedside was his devoted wife, Margaret (Peggy) Campbell, to whom he had been married for 63 loving years. They were wed at Saint Agnes Cathedral in Rockville Centre, New...

Carol Mund

Carol Mund

May 3, 2025

Carol Corrine Mund (nee Winter) passed peacefully on May 3, 2025 in Morristown Medical Center at the age of 94.Carol was born on April 10, 1931 and grew up in Hempstead Long Island. As an inquisitive and witty teenager she headed off to Cornell University to find her future. Carol married her college sweetheart, Chuck, right after graduation thus beginning...

Lorraine E. Moody

Lorraine E. Moody

Apr 27, 2025

Lorraine Evelyn Moody (nee Vreeland), formerly of Pompton Plains, passed away peacefully on Sunday April 27, 2025, at the age of 91.

Born in Butler, New Jersey to Clarence and Evelyn Vreeland, Lorraine was one of 7 children. After graduating Butler High School in 1951, Lorraine was employed at Curtis Wright Corporation in Caldwell and later at the Lincoln Park Intermediate...

Harold "Tom" Prentzel Jr.

Harold "Tom" Prentzel Jr.

Apr 22, 2025

A Life of Wisdom and Generosity

Harold Thompson Prentzel Jr. (born October 2, 1928) passed away on April 22, 2025 at home surrounded by family after having lived a long healthy pain-free life for 96.5 years. Tom was a gentleman from a by-gone era believing in charity, hard work, adventure and worldliness. As a sentimental and devoted man, he took care...

Norma I. DeGraw

Norma I. DeGraw

Apr 16, 2025

Norma I. DeGraw, born on October 10, 1924, in Paterson, New Jersey, gently left us on April 16, 2025, in Bloomingdale, New Jersey. She lived a life rich in love and laughter, a testament to the joy she brought to everyone around her.

Norma was cherished by her family, and her warmth and kindness will always be remembered. She is survived...

Kathryn L. Veech

Kathryn L. Veech

Apr 16, 2025

Kathryn L. Veech, affectionately known as Kathy, touched the lives of many during her remarkable journey through life. Born on September 16, 1945, in Paterson, NJ, Kathy's vibrant spirit and unyielding strength characterized her essence. She passed away peacefully at home on April 16, 2025, leaving behind a wealth of cherished memories and a legacy of love.

Kathy was a true...

Barbara Ann Morrison

Barbara Ann Morrison

Apr 15, 2025

On April 15, 2025, after a brief illness, Barbara Ann (Nelson) Morrison, age 85, was lifted by angels to her rest. Born on November 23, 1938, in College Point, NY, Barbara was the daughter of Arvid and Margaret (Wurtz) Nelson. She graduated from Dominican Commercial High School and later worked for a book publisher. Barbara met her soulmate, Ken Morrison,...

Peter O. Pace

Peter O. Pace

Apr 15, 2025

Peter O. Pace January 15, 1950 – April 15, 2025

Peter O. Pace, beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2025, at the age of 75, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous year-long battle with cancer.

Born on January 15, 1950, the son of the late John and the late Jean (Selleroli) Pace, Pete was...

Charles S. Cassata

Charles S. Cassata

Apr 14, 2025

Charles “Charlie” Samuel Cassata March 11, 1926 – April 14, 2025

Charles “Charlie” Samuel Cassata, 99, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones. Born Calogero Samuel Cassata on March 11, 1926, in Garfield, New Jersey, he was the son of Giuseppe and Mattia (Scozzari) Cassata. A proud graduate of Garfield High School, Charlie went on to coach the Pioneers basketball team...

Marina U. Coronel

Marina U. Coronel

Apr 13, 2025

Marina passed away peacefully in her sleep on April 13, 2025, with loved ones by her side. She was born in Magsingal Ilocos Sur, Philippines on June 18, 1937, the 2nd of the 4 children of Juan Udani and Nieves Tolentino. She graduated in Manila where she obtained her degree in nursing. Recognizing the opportunity to work abroad, she went...

Teresa Sklodowski

Teresa Sklodowski

Apr 13, 2025

Teresa Sklodowski, age 86, of Butler, NJ, passed away at home surrounded by her family, Sunday, April 13, 2025.

Mrs. Sklodowski was born April 29, 1938, in Nowy Borek, Poland, the daughter of the late Stefan and the late Wladyslawa (Lenarczuk) Nagorka.

Viewing hours will be Tuesday, April 14,2025, from 6pm to 8pm at The Morrison Etheridge Funeral Home Inc., 86 Bartholdi...

Joan M. Wyman

Joan M. Wyman

Apr 8, 2025

Joan M. Wyman, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at her residence on April 8, 2025, at the age of 94. Born on July 2, 1930, at home in Bloomingdale, NJ, to John and Anita Marquette, she was a lifelong resident of the area who touched the lives of everyone she encountered.

Joan dedicated her professional...

Dinah Smith

Dinah Smith

Apr 8, 2025

Dinah Smith, a cherished soul and beloved matriarch, passed away on April 8, 2025, at the age of 66. Born on May 12, 1958, in Pompton Plains, NJ, Dinah was a vibrant, friendly spirit who left an indelible mark on all those who had the privilege of knowing her.

Dinah dedicated 34 years of her life to serving as a customer...

Michael W. Reiss, III

Michael W. Reiss, III

Apr 5, 2025

Michael W. Reiss, lll passed away at home on April 5, 2025.

He leaves behind a son Thomas Michael Reiss of S. C., also surviving his mother Dolores M. Reiss (Lowe) Ledgewood, NJ, a sister Sheryl Reiss of PA; a sister Karyl Doll (Reiss) and her husband Frank Doll of PA; a niece and nephews. 

There will be no celebration of life,...

John J Ference, Jr.

John J Ference, Jr.

Apr 2, 2025

In Loving Memory

John J. Ference, Jr.

November 11, 1942 - April 2, 2025

John J. Ference, Jr., 82, of Kinnelon passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. He was the son of John and Elizabeth (née Klein) Ference. He is survived by his daughter Lisa Ference-Hammond and her husband John Hammond, his grandchildren John and Jillian Hammond, his daughter-in-law Heather Rothschild,...

Wayne W. Hasenbalg

Wayne W. Hasenbalg

Mar 29, 2025

Wayne W. Hasenbalg, age 70, sadly left our world on March 29, 2025, after a life richly lived in service and kindness. To those who were lucky enough to have known Wayne, we can find solace in his legacy and the love that he instilled in all of us. Here is his story….

Wayne was born in Corpus Christi, Texas, on...

Edward Richard Day

Edward Richard Day

2025

Edward Richard “Rich” Day passed away at home March of 2025, at age 60, following an extended illness. Rich lived in Nutley, NJ, graduating from Nutley High School, earned an Associate’s Degree in Business at Bergen Community College and a Bachelor of Science (Magna Cum Laude) degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University.

After marriage he moved to Lake Hiawatha, NJ, then to...